Faxing Using the fax function. Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed. MODEL: MX-B381
FaxingUsing the fax function.
Quick Start GuideQuick Start GuideQuick Start GuideDIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM
Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed.
MODEL: MX-B381
FaxingFaxing
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This section explains the basic procedures for using the fax function of the machine. In addition, special modes that can be used with the fax function are introduced.The facsimile expansion kit is required to use the fax function.
BASE SCREEN OF FAX MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SENDING A FAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CHANGING THE SIZE OF A FAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CHANGING THE EXPOSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
CHANGING THE RESOLUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
STORING A FAX NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
FORWARDING RECEIVED FAXES (Fax Data Forward). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CONVENIENT DIALLING METHODS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SENDING THE SAME FAX TO MULTIPLE DESTINATIONS (Broadcast Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . 15
SPECIAL FAX MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
SELECTING A SPECIAL MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CONVENIENT FAX FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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BASE SCREEN OF FAX MODETouch the [IMAGE SEND] key in the touch panel to open the base screen of fax mode. If the fax screen does not appear, touch the [Fax] tab.Select fax settings in the base screen.
(1) Send mode tabsUse these tabs to change the mode of the image send function. To switch to fax mode, touch the [Fax] tab.
(2) [Address Book] keyTouch this key to dial using a one-touch key or group key. When the key is touched, the address book screen appears.
(3) [Direct TX] keyTouch this key to send a fax by direct transmission. When the [Direct TX] key is not highlighted, normal transmission (memory TX mode) is selected.
(4) [Sub Address] keyTouch this key to enter a sub-address and passcode for F-code transmission.
(5) Customized keysThe keys that appear here can be changed to show the settings or functions that you prefer.
(6) keyTouch this key to retrieve a destination using a search number.** 3-digit number assigned to a
destination when it is stored.
(7) [Speaker] key / [Pause] key / [Space] keyTouch this key to dial using the speaker.When entering a fax number to be dialled, the key changes to the [Pause] key. When entering a sub-address, the key changes to the [Space] key.
Auto
Auto
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
USB Mem. ScanFaxInternet Fax PC Scan
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original Scan:
Scan
Send:
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
SpeakerReady to send. Resend
A4
(7)(8)
(9)
(1)(2)
(3)(4)
(12)
(5)
(6) (13)
(11)(10)
3
(8) [Resend] key / [Next Address] keyThe destinations of the most recent eight transmissions by Scan to E-mail, fax and/or Internet fax (including Direct SMTP addresses) are stored. To select one of these destinations, touch the desired destination. After a destination is selected, this key changes to the [Next Address] key.
(9) Image settingsImage settings (original size, exposure, resolution) can be selected.
(10) keyThis key appears when a special mode or 2-sided scanning is selected. Touch the key to display the selected special modes.
(11) [Special Modes] keyTouch this key to use a special mode.
(12) key / key / keyWhen "Hold Setting for Received Data Print" or "Received Data Image Check Setting" is enabled in the system settings (administrator), this will appear when a fax is received.
:Only "Hold Setting for Received Data Print" is enabled
:Only "Received Data Image Check Setting" is enabled
:Both settings are enabled
(13) This shows the currently selected fax reception mode and the amount of free memory remaining.
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SENDING A FAX
The basic procedure for sending faxes is explained below.In fax mode, colour originals are sent as black and white images.
1 Place the originals.When using the document glass, place the original with the side to be scanned face down.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [IMAGE SEND]
key.The base screen of fax mode appears.If the fax screen does not appear, touch the [Fax] tab.
(2) Make sure that the size of the placed original is displayed.If the wrong size appears, touch the key and select the correct size.
3 Enter the fax number of the receiving fax machine and press the [START] key.
Original Transmission resultTransmission
The side to be scanned must be face up!
Auto
Auto
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
USB Mem. ScanFaxInternet Fax PC Scan
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original Scan:
Scan
Send:
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
SpeakerReady to send. Resend
IMAGE SENDDOCUMENTFILING
COPY
A4 (2)
(1)
Cancel scanningCorrect a mistake
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CHANGING THE SIZE OF A FAXThe size of the original and the transmission size can be specified before transmission.This is convenient when faxing an original that is small and difficult to read.The procedure for faxing both sides of an A4 original at A3 size is explained below.
1 Place the originals.When using the document glass, place the original with the side to be scanned face down.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Original] key.
(2) Touch the [2-Sided Booklet] key.This key is used to send a 2-sided original.
(3) Make sure that the size of the placed original is displayed.If the wrong size appears, touch the key and select the correct size.
(4) Touch the [Send Size] key.
The side to be scanned must be face up!
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
AutoA4
Scan Size Send Size100%
Fax/Original OK
2-SidedBooklet
2-SidedTablet
Image Orientation
A4
(1)
(4)(3)
(2)
6
Select settings in the touch panel. (Continued)(5) Touch the [A3] key.(6) Touch the [OK] key.
(7) Touch the [OK] key.
3 Enter the fax number of the first destination.
4 Press the [START] key.
Auto
Fax/Original
Manual
OK
Inch
ABB4A5
A4
16K
216x330
8K
A3B5
A3A4
Scan Size Send Size141%
Fax/Original OK
2-SidedBooklet
2-SidedTablet
Image Orientation
216x340
216x343
(6)
(7)
(5)
Correct a mistake
Cancel scanning
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CHANGING THE EXPOSUREThe exposure can be changed as appropriate for the darkness or lightness of the original.The following example explains how to darken light colours in an original to make the image clearer.
1 Place the originals.When using the document glass, place the original with the side to be scanned face down.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Exposure] key.
(2) Touch the [Manual] key.(3) Touch the key to
darken the exposure.5 levels are available for the exposure. Darken light originals with the key, and lighten dark originals with the key.
(4) Touch the [OK] key.
3 Enter the fax number of the receiving fax machine and press the [START] key.
The side to be scanned must be face up!
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
Fax/Exposure OK
Auto
Manual
1 53
A4
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Cancel scanningCorrect a mistake
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CHANGING THE RESOLUTIONThe resolution can be selected to match the characteristics of the original, such as text or photo, the size of the text, and the darkness of the image.The following example explains how to set the resolution to [Fine] and [Half Tone] when sending an original with small text.
1 Place the originals.When using the document glass, place the original with the side to be scanned face down.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Resolution] key.
(2) Touch the [Fine] key.The resolution increases (producing a clearer image) in the following order: [Standard], [Fine], [Super Fine], [Ultra Fine].
(3) Touch the [Half Tone] key.Select [Half Tone] for a photo or illustration with shading to further improve the image.[Half Tone] cannot be selected when [Standard] is selected.
(4) Touch the [OK] key.
3 Enter the fax number of the receiving fax machine and press the [START] key.
The side to be scanned must be face up!
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
Fax/Resolution OK
Standard
Super Fine Half Tone
Fine
Ultra Fine
A4
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Cancel scanningCorrect a mistake
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STORING A FAX NUMBER
Storing an individual key
You can store fax numbers in one-touch keys.Stored fax numbers can be retrieved quickly and easily.If you frequently send faxes to the same group of fax machines, the numbers of those fax machines can be stored as a group (multiple fax numbers can be stored in one key).
1 Press the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Address
Control] key.
(2) Touch the [Address Book] key.
A Corp.
One-touch keys Group key
SYSTEMSETTINGS
System Settings
Address Control
Address Book
Custom Index
Program
F-Code Memory Box
Back
System Settings Admin Password Exit
Total Count
Paper TraySettings
Printer ConditionSettings
Document FilingControl
Address ControlFax Data
Receive/Forward
USB-Device Check
Default Settings List Print(User)
(1)
(2)
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The items in the above step must be entered. For details on items entered, see "7. SYSTEM SETTINGS" in the Operation Guide.When sending the same document or image to multiple destinations, it is convenient to store a destination group. For details on storing groups, see "7. SYSTEM SETTINGS" in the Operation Guide.
Select settings in the touch panel. (Continued)(3) Touch the [Add New] key.
(4) Select [Fax] from the "Address Type" select box.
(5) Touch the "Address Name" text box.A text entry screen appears. Enter the name of the destination.
(6) Touch the "Initial" text box.A text entry screen appears. Enter search characters for the destination.
(7) Slide the scroll bar down to move the screen.
(8) Touch the "Fax Number" text box.A text entry screen appears. Enter the fax number that you wish to store.
(9) Touch the [OK] key.
Cancel
System Settings
Address Control
System Settings
Address Control
Address Type:
Address Name(Required):
Search Number:
Initial (Optional):
Key Name:
Custom Index:
Register this Address to be added to the [Frequent Use] index.
Register this Address to be added to the [Frequent Use] index.
Fax
1
K
KKK KKK
User 1
(1-999)
OK
Cancel OK
Address Book
AAA AAA
CCC CCC
EEE EEE
GGG GGG
III III
BBB BBB
DDD DDD
FFF FFF
HHH HHH
JJJ JJJ
Index Switch
Sorting Order
All
2
1
Back
Fax Number (Required):
Transmission Mode: 33.6 kbps
0123456789
None
Transmission Speed:
Transmission Mode:
Add New Sort Address
ABC
Search Number
Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL MNOP QRSTU VWXYZ etc.
(7)
(4)
(3)
(8)(9)
(6)(5)
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FORWARDING RECEIVED FAXES(Fax Data Forward)When the machine cannot print because it is out of paper or out of toner, received faxes can be forwarded to another fax machine.To use this function, the fax number of the destination machine must be stored in "Set the Telephone Number for Data Forwarding" in the system settings (administrator).
1 Press the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Fax Data
Receive/Forward] key.
(2) Touch the [Fax Settings] key.
(3) Touch the [Execute] key in "Forward Received Data".
(4) Touch the [OK] key.
SYSTEMSETTINGS
Fax Settings
I-Fax Settings
System Settings
Fax Data Receive/Forward Back
Multiple Set Print
Staple
Receive Setting: Auto Reception
Forward Received Data:
System Settings
Fax Settings OKCancel
Execute
OKCancel
Transfer the received data to another device?
System Settings Admin Password Exit
Total Count
Paper TraySettings
Printer ConditionSettings
Document FilingControl
Address ControlFax Data
Receive/Forward
USB-Device Check
Default Settings List Print(User)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(1)
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CONVENIENT DIALLING METHODSEasy to use one-touch keys and the resend function can be used to prevent dialling errors and save time.
One-touch keysA fax number stored in a one-touch key can be retrieved by a simple touch of the key.A one-touch key for a group can be selected to automatically transmit to each of the destinations stored in the group.
(1) Touch the [Address Book] key.
(2) Touch the key of the desired destination.To change the number of one-touch keys displayed in the screen, touch the key. Select 5, 10, or 15 keys.
(3) Touch the [To] key.
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL MNOP QRSTU VWXYZ etc.
1
2
105 15 To Cc
III III
GGG GGG
EEE EEE
CCC CCC
AAA AAA
JJJ JJJ
HHH HHH
FFF FFF
DDD DDD
BBB BBB
GlobalAddress Search
Address Entry
Sort Address
Sub Address
Address Review
ConditionSettings
A4
(2)
(3)
(1)
10 155
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ResendingThe [Resend] key can be touched to transmit to one of the eight most recent destinations used for transmission.Resending is not possible in some cases, such as when an image is sent using a one-touch key for a group.
(1) Touch the [Resend] key.
(2) Touch the key of the desired destination.The destinations that appear also include Scan to E-mail and Internet fax destinations.
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxInternet Fax PC Scan
Scan:
Scan
Send:
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
SpeakerReady to send. Resend
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
CancelResend
EEE EEE
AAA AAANo.01
No.03
No.05
No.07
CCC CCC
GGG GGG
FFF FFF
BBB BBB
DDD DDD
HHH HHH
No.02
No.04
No.06
No.08
A4
(2)
(1)
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Speed diallingWhen you store an individual key or a group key, a 3-digit search number is assigned to the key.You can select a destination using the key and the 3-digit search number.To check a search number, print the appropriate list in the sending address list menu in the system settings.
Dialling using the speakerWhen the speaker is used to dial, fax transmission is started after the number is dialled and the connection is established. If a person answers, you will be able to hear his or her voice, but you will not be able to speak.
(1) Touch the key.
(2) Enter the 3-digit search number with the numeric keys.
Touch the [Speaker] key.You will hear the dial tone through the machine's speaker.Dial the fax number of the destination with the numeric keys or with the [Address Book] key.When the connection is established, press the [START] key to send the fax.
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxInternet Fax PC Scan
Scan:
Scan
Send:
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
SpeakerReady to send. Resend
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxInternet Fax PC Scan
Scan:
Scan
Send:
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Enter search number.(001-999)
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
A4
A4
(2)
(1)
Auto
AutoSpeaker Volume
USB Mem. ScanFax
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
Scan
Standard
Fax Memory:100%
SpeakerTelephone mode. Resend
Fax ManualReception
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:Address Book
Address Review
File
Quick File
A4
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SENDING THE SAME FAX TO MULTIPLE DESTINATIONS (Broadcast Transmission)
The same document/image can be sent to multiple fax mode, scan mode, and Internet fax mode destinations in a single operation. If you frequently send documents/images to the same group of destinations, it is recommended that you store those destinations as a group in a one-touch key.The following procedure explains how to enter a fax number with the numeric keys and then select a destination that is stored in a one-touch key.
1 Place the originals.When using the document glass, place the original with the side to be scanned face down.
2 Enter the fax number of the first destination.
Original BroadcastTransmission
The side to be scanned must be face up!
Correct a mistake
16
3 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Address Book]
key.
(2) Touch the one-touch key in which the desired destination is stored.To change the number of one-touch keys displayed in the screen, touch the key. Select 5, 10, or 15 keys.
(3) Touch the [To] key.(4) Touch the [Address
Review] key.(5) Check the destinations and
then touch the [OK] key.To delete a destination, touch the key of the destination that you wish to delete. A message will appear to confirm the deletion. Touch the [Yes] key.
4 Press the [START] key.
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL MNOP QRSTU VWXYZ etc.
1
2
105 15 To Cc
III III
GGG GGG
EEE EEE
CCC CCC
AAA AAA
JJJ JJJ
HHH HHH
FFF FFF
DDD DDD
BBB BBB
GlobalAddress Search
Address Entry
Sort Address
Sub Address
Address Review
ConditionSettings
To
1
1
0123456789 CCC CCC
Cc
Address Review OK
001 002
A4(1)
(4)(3)
(5)
(2)
10 155
Cancel scanning
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SPECIAL FAX MODESThe special modes can be used for a variety of special-purpose fax transmission jobs.The following pages show the types of fax transmissions that can be performed. (The procedures for using each special mode are not explained.)Each special mode has its own settings and steps, however, the basic procedure is the same for all modes. The basic procedure for selecting a special mode is explained on the next page using "Erase" as an example.For the procedures for using the special modes, see "SPECIAL MODES" in "4. FACSIMILE" in the Operation Guide.
Special modesTo use a special mode, open the special modes menu and touch the key of mode that you wish to use. The menu consists of two screens. Use the keys to switch between the screens.Touch the [Special Modes] key in the base screen to open the special modes menu.
When a special mode key encircled by is touched, the key is highlighted and the setting is completed.When any other special mode key is touched, a screen appears to let you select settings for that mode.The keys that appear vary by country and region and the peripheral devices that are installed.
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original A4
1st screen 2nd screen
1
2
Fax/Special Modes OK
TransactionReport
Own NameSelect
JobBuild
Erase
File
Program
Card Shot
Timer
Slow ScanMode
BusinessCard ScanQuick File
OKFax/Special Modes
2
2
PollingMemory Box
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SELECTING A SPECIAL MODEThe procedure for selecting a special mode for fax is explained below.The settings that must be selected vary for each special mode, however, the general procedure is the same. The procedure for erasing shadows at the edges of the image when sending a fax is explained below as an example.
1 Place the originals.When using the document glass, place the original with the side to be scanned face down.
2 Select settings in the touch panel.(1) Touch the [Special Modes] key.
(2) Touch the [Erase] key.The erase settings will be configured to erase a width of 15 mm around the edges of the original.
(3) Set the erasure width to 15 mm with the keys.The erase area is set to "Edge Erase" by default.A particular side can be erased by touching the [Side Erase] key and selecting settings for that side.
(4) Touch the [OK] key.
3 Enter the fax number of the receiving fax machine and press the [START] key.
The side to be scanned must be face up!
Auto
Auto
USB Mem. ScanFaxScan
Standard
Auto ReceptionFax Memory:100%
Internet Fax PC Scan
Scan: Send:
File
Quick File
Address Review
Direct TX
Sub Address
Address Book
Special Modes
Resolution
Exposure
Original
1
2
Fax/Special Modes
Card ShotSlow Scan
Mode
BusinessCard Scan
OK
Quick File
Erase
File
JobBuild
Program Timer
Fax/Special Modes
Erase
EdgeErase Edge
Cancel OK
OK
15 (0~20)mm
Side Erase
A4
TransactionReport
Own NameSelect
(1)
(2)
(4)
(3)
Cancel scanning
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CONVENIENT FAX FUNCTIONS
Erasing peripheral shadows (Erase)
Sending the front and reverse sides of a card as a single page (Card Shot)
Sending a large number of pages as a single transmission job (Job Build)
Use this function to erase peripheral shadows that occur when faxing books and other thick originals.
Use this function to send the front and reverse sides of a card as a single page in a single transmission.
A stack of originals higher than the indicator line on the automatic document feeder cannot be fed through the feeder.The job build function lets you divide the stack of originals into sets, feed each set, and send the sets as a single transmission.
Transmission
Transmission
Without erase
With erase
Front
Back
Transmission
Transmission
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Sending a fax directly from a computer (PC-Fax)
The machine also has these functions• Forwarding a received fax to a network address (Inbound Routing
Settings)☞ Operation Guide "FAX RECEPTION" in "4. FACSIMILE"
• Sending a fax at a specified time (Timer)• Storing fax operations (Program)• Changing the print settings for the transaction report (Transaction Report)• Temporarily changing the sender information (Own Name Select)• Faxing thin originals (Slow Scan Mode)• Sending business cards (Business Card Scan) (Business card feeder is
required.)• Calling a fax machine and initiating fax reception (Polling)• Sending a fax when another machine polls your machine (Polling Memory)
☞ Operation Guide "SPECIAL MODES" in "4. FACSIMILE"• Performing F-code communication
☞ Operation Guide "PERFORMING F-CODE COMMUNICATION" in "4. FACSIMILE"
• Connecting and using an existing phone (Extension Phone Connection)☞ Operation Guide "USING AN EXTENSION PHONE" in "4. FACSIMILE"
A document on a computer can be sent via the machine as a fax. Select the PC-Fax driver as the printer driver on your computer and then select the Print command in the software application. Image data for transmission will be created and sent as a fax.This function can only be used on a Windows computer.
For more information, see the Help file for the PC-Fax driver.
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Please note• For information on your operating system, please refer to your operating system
manual or the online Help function.• The explanations of screens and procedures in a Windows environment are
primarily for Windows Vista®. The screens may vary depending on the version of the operating system or the software application.
• The explanations of screens and procedures in a Macintosh environment are based on Mac OS X v10.4 in the case of Mac OS X. The screens may vary depending on the version of the operating system or the software application.
• Wherever "MX-xxxx" appears in this manual, please substitute your model name for "xxxx".
• Considerable care has been taken in preparing this manual. If you have any comments or concerns about the manual, please contact your dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
• This product has undergone strict quality control and inspection procedures. In the unlikely event that a defect or other problem is discovered, please contact your dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
• Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due to use of the product.
• This manual contains reterences to the fax function. However, please note that the fax function is not available in some countries and regions.
Warning• Reproduction, adaptation or translation of the contents of the manual without prior
written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under copyright laws.
• All information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Illustrations and the operation panel shown in this manualThe peripheral devices are generally optional, however, some models include certain peripheral devices as standard equipment.The explanations in this manual assume that 500-sheet paper feed units (total of four trays) are installed on the MX-B381.For some functions and procedures, the explanations assume that devices other than the above are installed.
The display screens, messages, and key names shown in the manual may differ from those on the actual machine due to product improvements and modifications.
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